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Best Nursing Homes in Iowa

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Last updated
Jun 2026
We analyzed
222 homes in Iowa

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Iowa Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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Compare Nursing Homes around Iowa

The information below is reported by the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing.

180 facilities compared · CMS & IA Dept. of Health data

Valley View Village
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Des Moines (Fairmont Park)
79
Facility 79
IA AVG 71
Rank #117 / 407
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
IA AVG 75.4%
Rank #1 / 401
+33%
5.52
Facility 5.52
IA AVG 4.30
Rank #22 / 241
+29%+29%
$9.1k
Facility $9.1k
IA AVG $53.4k
Rank #170 / 246
19
Facility 19
IA AVG 21.7
Rank #139 / 241
3.2
Facility 3.2
IA AVG 4.1
Rank #94 / 241
275-
38
Facility 38
IA AVG 45
Rank #305 / 528
Elim Care Inc
$9.7M
Facility $9.7M
IA AVG $7.0M
Rank #70 / 242
$7.0M
Facility $7.0M
IA AVG $3.1M
Rank #32 / 242
71.8%
Facility 71.8%
IA AVG 46.3%
Rank #13 / 242
165507
Ramsey Village Continuing Care
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Des Moines (Drake)
78
Facility 78
IA AVG 71
Rank #119 / 407
85.8%
Facility 85.8%
IA AVG 75.4%
Rank #93 / 401
+14%
4.04
Facility 4.04
IA AVG 4.30
Rank #148 / 241
-46%-6%
$0
Facility $0
IA AVG $53.4k
Rank #1 / 246
31
Facility 31
IA AVG 21.7
Rank #188 / 241
4.4
Facility 4.4
IA AVG 4.1
Rank #156 / 241
170-
38
Facility 38
IA AVG 45
Rank #305 / 528
Claremont House Inc.
$12.4M
Facility $12.4M
IA AVG $7.0M
Rank #43 / 242
$8.5M
Facility $8.5M
IA AVG $3.1M
Rank #20 / 242
68.5%
Facility 68.5%
IA AVG 46.3%
Rank #29 / 242
165514
West Ridge Care Center
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Cedar Rapids
60
Facility 60
IA AVG 71
Rank #214 / 407
75.0%
Facility 75.0%
IA AVG 75.4%
Rank #158 / 401
-1%
4.88
Facility 4.88
IA AVG 4.30
Rank #52 / 241
+31%+14%
$0
Facility $0
IA AVG $53.4k
Rank #1 / 246
5
Facility 5
IA AVG 21.7
Rank #20 / 241
2.5
Facility 2.5
IA AVG 4.1
Rank #58 / 241
-52-
48
Facility 48
IA AVG 45
Rank #241 / 528
Elaine Sample
$9.4M
Facility $9.4M
IA AVG $7.0M
Rank #77 / 242
$4.8M
Facility $4.8M
IA AVG $3.1M
Rank #83 / 242
51.1%
Facility 51.1%
IA AVG 46.3%
Rank #156 / 242
165567
Ridgecrest Village
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Davenport (Northwest Boulevard)
82
Facility 82
IA AVG 71
Rank #100 / 407
67.1%
Facility 67.1%
IA AVG 75.4%
Rank #202 / 401
-11%
3.98
Facility 3.98
IA AVG 4.30
Rank #148 / 241
+31%-7%
$118.9k
Facility $118.9k
IA AVG $53.4k
Rank #223 / 246
43
Facility 43
IA AVG 21.7
Rank #213 / 241
7.2
Facility 7.2
IA AVG 4.1
Rank #220 / 241
355-
41
Facility 41
IA AVG 45
Rank #287 / 528
Michael Beaderstadt
$15.8M
Facility $15.8M
IA AVG $7.0M
Rank #20 / 242
$8.1M
Facility $8.1M
IA AVG $3.1M
Rank #23 / 242
51.1%
Facility 51.1%
IA AVG 46.3%
Rank #156 / 242
165049
Terrace Glen Village
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

Marion (Flynn)
40
Facility 40
IA AVG 71
Rank #325 / 407
95.0%
Facility 95.0%
IA AVG 75.4%
Rank #24 / 401
+26%
4.48
Facility 4.48
IA AVG 4.30
Rank #80 / 241
+20%+4%
$12.2k
Facility $12.2k
IA AVG $53.4k
Rank #162 / 246
14
Facility 14
IA AVG 21.7
Rank #105 / 241
4.7
Facility 4.7
IA AVG 4.1
Rank #162 / 241
438A
14
Facility 14
IA AVG 45
Rank #444 / 528
Abernathy Family Farms LLC
$9.5M
Facility $9.5M
IA AVG $7.0M
Rank #75 / 242
$4.5M
Facility $4.5M
IA AVG $3.1M
Rank #90 / 242
47.9%
Facility 47.9%
IA AVG 46.3%
Rank #183 / 242
165625
Mill Pond
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Ankeny
60
Facility 60
IA AVG 71
Rank #214 / 407
98.3%
Facility 98.3%
IA AVG 75.4%
Rank #14 / 401
+30%
4.91
Facility 4.91
IA AVG 4.30
Rank #52 / 241
-16%+14%
$0
Facility $0
IA AVG $53.4k
Rank #1 / 246
9
Facility 9
IA AVG 21.7
Rank #62 / 241
3.0
Facility 3.0
IA AVG 4.1
Rank #81 / 241
-57-
16
Facility 16
IA AVG 45
Rank #439 / 528
Phs Management, LLC
$13.9M
Facility $13.9M
IA AVG $7.0M
Rank #32 / 242
$6.9M
Facility $6.9M
IA AVG $3.1M
Rank #34 / 242
49.4%
Facility 49.4%
IA AVG 46.3%
Rank #177 / 242
165261
Bethany Home Retirement Center
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

NC

Nursing Care

Dubuque (Eagle Point District)
66
Facility 66
IA AVG 71
Rank #182 / 407
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
IA AVG 75.4%
Rank #1 / 401
+33%
4.19
Facility 4.19
IA AVG 4.30
Rank #120 / 241
0%-2%
$0
Facility $0
IA AVG $53.4k
Rank #1 / 246
2
Facility 2
IA AVG 21.7
Rank #6 / 241
2.0
Facility 2.0
IA AVG 4.1
Rank #23 / 241
-65-
69
Facility 69
IA AVG 45
Rank #103 / 528
Mike Brannon
$9.8M
Facility $9.8M
IA AVG $7.0M
Rank #68 / 242
$6.3M
Facility $6.3M
IA AVG $3.1M
Rank #38 / 242
64.6%
Facility 64.6%
IA AVG 46.3%
Rank #47 / 242
165584
The Views of Marion
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Marion
60
Facility 60
IA AVG 71
Rank #214 / 407
48.3%
Facility 48.3%
IA AVG 75.4%
Rank #290 / 401
-36%
4.15
Facility 4.15
IA AVG 4.30
Rank #139 / 241
-35%-3%
$0
Facility $0
IA AVG $53.4k
Rank #1 / 246
12
Facility 12
IA AVG 21.7
Rank #86 / 241
3.0
Facility 3.0
IA AVG 4.1
Rank #81 / 241
-29-
37
Facility 37
IA AVG 45
Rank #315 / 528
Dallas Urbain
$10.5M
Facility $10.5M
IA AVG $7.0M
Rank #57 / 242
$4.6M
Facility $4.6M
IA AVG $3.1M
Rank #88 / 242
44.1%
Facility 44.1%
IA AVG 46.3%
Rank #201 / 242
165626
Green Hills Retirement Community
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

NC

Nursing Care

Ames (Hamilton Drive)
56
Facility 56
IA AVG 71
Rank #234 / 407
78.6%
Facility 78.6%
IA AVG 75.4%
Rank #134 / 401
+4%
5.86
Facility 5.86
IA AVG 4.30
Rank #10 / 241
-11%+36%
$0
Facility $0
IA AVG $53.4k
Rank #1 / 246
8
Facility 8
IA AVG 21.7
Rank #50 / 241
4.0
Facility 4.0
IA AVG 4.1
Rank #135 / 241
-45-
18
Facility 18
IA AVG 45
Rank #430 / 528
Green Hills Residents' Association
$8.6M
Facility $8.6M
IA AVG $7.0M
Rank #86 / 242
$5.4M
Facility $5.4M
IA AVG $3.1M
Rank #56 / 242
62.6%
Facility 62.6%
IA AVG 46.3%
Rank #61 / 242
165577
Sunrise Retirement Community
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

NC

Nursing Care

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Sioux City
74
Facility 74
IA AVG 71
Rank #136 / 407
90.5%
Facility 90.5%
IA AVG 75.4%
Rank #59 / 401
+20%
6.19
Facility 6.19
IA AVG 4.30
Rank #3 / 241
-23%+44%
$0
Facility $0
IA AVG $53.4k
Rank #1 / 246
11
Facility 11
IA AVG 21.7
Rank #78 / 241
3.7
Facility 3.7
IA AVG 4.1
Rank #118 / 241
-68A+
22
Facility 22
IA AVG 45
Rank #411 / 528
Samantha Roth
$14.6M
Facility $14.6M
IA AVG $7.0M
Rank #25 / 242
$8.5M
Facility $8.5M
IA AVG $3.1M
Rank #19 / 242
58.2%
Facility 58.2%
IA AVG 46.3%
Rank #93 / 242
165473
Cedar Ridge Village
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

West Des Moines (Heritage Bend)
40
Facility 40
IA AVG 71
Rank #325 / 407
95.0%
Facility 95.0%
IA AVG 75.4%
Rank #24 / 401
+26%
5.14
Facility 5.14
IA AVG 4.30
Rank #40 / 241
+11%+20%
$0
Facility $0
IA AVG $53.4k
Rank #1 / 246
20
Facility 20
IA AVG 21.7
Rank #148 / 241
5.0
Facility 5.0
IA AVG 4.1
Rank #171 / 241
-39A+
5
Facility 5
IA AVG 45
Rank #488 / 528
Central Iowa Hospital Corporation
$8.5M
Facility $8.5M
IA AVG $7.0M
Rank #87 / 242
$4.3M
Facility $4.3M
IA AVG $3.1M
Rank #98 / 242
50.6%
Facility 50.6%
IA AVG 46.3%
Rank #160 / 242
165790
Rotary Senior Living
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Eagle Grove
40
Facility 40
IA AVG 71
Rank #325 / 407
77.5%
Facility 77.5%
IA AVG 75.4%
Rank #143 / 401
+3%
3.73
Facility 3.73
IA AVG 4.30
Rank #190 / 241
+45%-13%
$100.1k
Facility $100.1k
IA AVG $53.4k
Rank #218 / 246
22
Facility 22
IA AVG 21.7
Rank #160 / 241
4.4
Facility 4.4
IA AVG 4.1
Rank #156 / 241
233-
24
Facility 24
IA AVG 45
Rank #403 / 528
James Christ
$5.6M
Facility $5.6M
IA AVG $7.0M
Rank #157 / 242
$3.6M
Facility $3.6M
IA AVG $3.1M
Rank #132 / 242
64%
Facility 64%
IA AVG 46.3%
Rank #51 / 242
165500
Prairie Gate-
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Council Bluffs
36
Facility 36
IA AVG 71
Rank #361 / 407
94.4%
Facility 94.4%
IA AVG 75.4%
Rank #31 / 401
+25%----------34-
6
Facility 6
IA AVG 45
Rank #486 / 528
Natasha Urinko
$5.6M
Facility $5.6M
IA AVG $7.0M
Rank #153 / 242
$2.0M
Facility $2.0M
IA AVG $3.1M
Rank #222 / 242
36%
Facility 36%
IA AVG 46.3%
Rank #229 / 242
165789
The Summit at Bettendorf
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Bettendorf
40
Facility 40
IA AVG 71
Rank #325 / 407
87.5%
Facility 87.5%
IA AVG 75.4%
Rank #76 / 401
+16%
4.75
Facility 4.75
IA AVG 4.30
Rank #62 / 241
+23%+11%
$26.4k
Facility $26.4k
IA AVG $53.4k
Rank #182 / 246
13
Facility 13
IA AVG 21.7
Rank #95 / 241
4.3
Facility 4.3
IA AVG 4.1
Rank #152 / 241
137-
11
Facility 11
IA AVG 45
Rank #463 / 528
-
$12.0M
Facility $12.0M
IA AVG $7.0M
Rank #45 / 242
$5.9M
Facility $5.9M
IA AVG $3.1M
Rank #43 / 242
49.1%
Facility 49.1%
IA AVG 46.3%
Rank #179 / 242
165793
Friendship Village
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Waterloo
72
Facility 72
IA AVG 71
Rank #143 / 407
91.7%
Facility 91.7%
IA AVG 75.4%
Rank #50 / 401
+22%
6.17
Facility 6.17
IA AVG 4.30
Rank #3 / 241
+5%+44%
$0
Facility $0
IA AVG $53.4k
Rank #1 / 246
8
Facility 8
IA AVG 21.7
Rank #50 / 241
2.0
Facility 2.0
IA AVG 4.1
Rank #23 / 241
169-
52
Facility 52
IA AVG 45
Rank #202 / 528
Friends Of Faith Retirement Homes, Inc
$20.7M
Facility $20.7M
IA AVG $7.0M
Rank #12 / 242
$11.6M
Facility $11.6M
IA AVG $3.1M
Rank #7 / 242
56%
Facility 56%
IA AVG 46.3%
Rank #114 / 242
165081
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Overview of Wellington Place

Wellington Place is a 68-bed nursing home that operates as a continuing care campus, allowing residents to transition between independent living, assisted living, memory support, and skilled nursing. The community has been operating for 19 years and handles financial coverage through Medicare, Medicaid, and private-pay sources. Given its mix of temporary post-acute recovery clients and permanent long-term nursing placements, the facility logs an extended 288-day average length of stay. The property is built in a highly walkable area with a walkability score of 84 out of 100, meaning visiting families and staff can easily manage daily errands on foot.

Files from the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing display a minimal citation history alongside solid daily nursing resources. Caregivers supply an average of 4 hours and 20 minutes of direct care per resident each day, with registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and certified nursing assistants splitting the floor coverage. On the compliance side, official health records show a consistently clean multi-year track record where the few documented citations were minor and resolved. On-site physical therapy and rehabilitation programs are also available to support short-term recovery goals for individuals stepping down from local hospital stays.

Prospective residents searching for a regional multi-level care community or a small-scale nursing home can look through these state reports to examine the building’s historical baseline. The public documentation shows a stable, highly accessible campus backed by consistent daily caregiver hours and an exceptional regulatory track record with minimal paperwork issues.

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Parkview Home

102 North Jackson, Wayland, Ia 526540038
Overview of Parkview Home

Parkview Home is a privately owned 34-bed faith-based skilled nursing community in Wayland, Iowa, serving Henry County residents. The facility provides skilled nursing, memory care, rehabilitation, respite stays, and hospice services with 24-hour staffing. Accepted: Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Occupancy at 94 percent runs well above Iowa’s 75.4 percent average, with the facility consistently near full capacity.

The 5-star CMS overall rating reflects a health inspection sub-rating 69.5 percent above Iowa average and staffing 34.8 percent above state benchmark, notable for a facility of this size. Nurse hours of 4h 27m per resident day rank 97th among 241 Iowa skilled nursing facilities. Over five years on file, the facility averaged 4.6 deficiencies annually against an Iowa average of 4.4, essentially at the state average, without immediate jeopardy findings, fines, or enforcement actions. The most major finding in the window is an August 2024 citation for failure to report on time a resident’s suicide attempt to the state agency, alongside care plan gaps for residents with seizure disorders, fall risks, and behavioral health needs. The November 2023 annual survey cited medication administration errors and physician notification lapses, insulin held parameters not followed for diabetic residents, oxygen set at the wrong rate, across three residents. Both the June 2025 annual survey and a November 2025 complaint investigation returned clean. Quality Measures run 13.3 percent below Iowa average, the one sub-rating below state benchmark.

Amenities include a beauty shop, a full activities program, communal gathering areas, and transportation services. Hospice services and residential living programs round out the care continuum.

With above-average staffing and a near-full occupancy environment, the community suits Henry County older adults who seek long-term skilled nursing or end-of-life care in a small, faith-centered rural setting.

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Overview of New Hampton Nursing & Rehab Center

New Hampton Nursing & Rehab Center is a 46-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility in New Hampton, Iowa. Privately owned and serving Chickasaw County residents, the facility offers skilled nursing, memory care, rehabilitation, and respite care. It accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. On-campus assisted living community Kensington Place extends the available continuum.

The inspection record shows a mixed picture. Over six years on file, the facility averaged 2.7 deficiencies annually, 39 percent below Iowa’s 4.4 average, with no immediate jeopardy findings, fines, or enforcement actions. Two surveys carry significant weight. A January 2025 complaint investigation substantiated physical abuse of two residents, found the facility failed to report the allegations to the state agency timely, and cited insufficient nursing staff as a contributing factor; all deficiencies corrected by February 2025, and the July 2025 annual survey was clean. A November 2022 incident investigation substantiated failure to monitor anticoagulation therapy for a newly admitted resident for 35 days until bleeding complications appeared, with an INR reaching 13.56, an actual harm finding. The August 2022 annual survey, also significant at eight deficiencies, cited a missing fentanyl patch not reported to a physician, additional abuse reporting failures, and a resident who didn’t receive ordered diuretic medication. Quality Measures run 15.6 percent above Iowa average, and staffing sits modestly above state benchmark, both counters to the health inspection picture. Occupancy at 52 percent runs well below Iowa’s 75.4 percent average, signaling current availability.

The community is built for long-term skilled nursing and post-acute rehabilitation in New Hampton, with an on-campus assisted living option for residents needing a lower level of care.

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Overview of Madrid Home for the Aging

Madrid Home for the Aging is a 64-bed non-profit skilled nursing community in Madrid, Boone County, Iowa. Occupancy at 81 percent exceeds Iowa’s 75.4 percent average. Operated by Western Home Services Inc, the facility offers skilled nursing, memory care, and rehabilitation along with independent living and assisted living services. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay accepted.

Over six years on file, the facility averaged 4.2 deficiencies annually, essentially at the Iowa average of 4.4, with no immediate jeopardy findings, fines, or enforcement actions. Medication management is the clearest recurring theme in the record: errors were cited in the 2021 and 2023 annual surveys, an August 2025 complaint was substantiated for missing fentanyl patches and inaccurate narcotic counts affecting both residents reviewed, and narcotic destruction procedures were also cited in 2021. The March 2023 annual survey cited medication errors in all four residents reviewed for that area. Care planning gaps and food safety deficiencies have each appeared in multiple surveys as well. The CMS staffing sub-rating reflects case-mix adjusted hours 19.1 percent below Iowa’s average, meaning the resident acuity outpaces what the staffing hours deliver relative to peers, the one metric consistently below average in an otherwise mid-range profile. Quality Measures run 15.6 percent above Iowa average which is a positive clinical outcome signal.

Madrid Home for the Aging fits Boone County residents wanting skilled nursing, memory support, or post-acute rehabilitation within a non-profit continuum that extends from independent and assisted living through skilled care.

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Harmony Davenport

815 East Locust Street, Davenport, Ia 528030000
Overview of Harmony Davenport

Harmony Davenport is a nursing home owned by Rachel Arnold in downtown Davenport, Iowa. It caters to residents needing skilled nursing care, post-acute rehabilitation, and longer-term residential placement. The 97-day average stay duration reflects this mixed population, from those healing after hospitalization to those settling into ongoing care. Daily staffing includes registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and nurse aides, with total nursing care averaging 3 hours and 47 minutes per resident. The home takes Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, giving many ways for families to arrange coverage.

Clinical services span rehabilitation and specialized care: post-hospital recovery, orthopedic and neurological rehabilitation, wound care, respite stays for momentary placements, and 24/7 medical oversight. For residents in active rehabilitation, advanced therapy techniques and equipment support recovery pathways. Harmony Davenport’s downtown location earns a Walk Score of 90, a “Walker’s Paradise” where daily errands don’t need a car. Residents and visiting families benefit from easy foot access to nearby shops, services, and public transit, making the neighborhood an upside for those who cherish walkability and independence.

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Overview of Ossian Care Center
Ossian Health & Rehabilitation is a caring senior living community offering Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Skilled Nursing. It provides a personalized, resident-focused family approach to daily life that empowers residents to thrive. The community is committed to restoring residents to their highest potential through compassionate medical care and uplifting lifestyles.

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Bethany Lutheran Home

Seven Elliott Street, Council Bluffs, Ia 515030297
Overview of Bethany Lutheran Home
Bethany Lutheran Home is a senior living facility located in Council Bluffs, Iowa. It offers comprehensive skilled nursing programs with focuses on rehabilitation, memory care, and long-term care. The facility is dedicated to providing person-centered care with a Christian mission focus.

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Aspire of Pleasant Valley

17990 Spencer Road, Pleasant Valley, Ia 527670503
Overview of Aspire of Pleasant Valley
Aspire of Pleasant Valley provides quality, individualized care for those needing short-term rehabilitation or long-term care services. The facility is committed to ensuring a maximum level of independence for each resident. A team of nurses and therapists is dedicated to providing care focused on emotional, social, and psychological wellness.

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Overview of Brio of Johnston Assisted Living
Brio of Johnston is a senior living community located in Johnston, Iowa. It offers a range of living options including independent living, assisted living, memory support, long-term care, and short-term rehabilitation. The community is known for its welcoming atmosphere and commitment to holistic health and well-being.

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Overview of Sheffield Care Center

Sheffield Care Center is a 45-bed nonprofit skilled nursing facility in Sheffield, Iowa, providing intermediate care, skilled nursing, and outpatient therapy services. The facility is owned by Bonnie Hubka and serves Franklin County. The center accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, with Medicare accounting for roughly half of new admissions.

CMS rates the facility 4 stars overall, driven by a strong Health Inspection sub-rating that runs 35.6% above the Iowa average. Staffing is the counterweight: a 2-star staffing rating reflects total nursing coverage of 4 hours and 31 minutes per resident per day — near the Iowa average — but RN staffing averages just 26 minutes per day, 41% below the state mean. Certified nurse aide coverage is the bright spot, running 16% above Iowa averages and providing much of the facility’s direct daily care coverage.

Across 15 inspections since 2020, the facility recorded 35 deficiencies — about 30% above the Iowa average of 27. The most recent standard inspection, in August 2025, cited nine deficiencies across care planning, fall prevention, infection control, RN coverage, and abuse-prevention training. A follow-up visit in November 2025 found zero deficiencies and resulted in certification of compliance.

Six civil money penalties, all issued in 2023, totaled roughly $26,000 — 45% below the Iowa average for penalized facilities; no fines have been issued since. One substantiated complaint involving incomplete assessments of outpatient dialysis was addressed. No Immediate Jeopardy findings or license actions appear in the record.

Short-stay rehabilitation outcomes are a clear strength: re-hospitalization rates are 64% below the Iowa average, and emergency department visits are 69% below — both meaningful for post-acute patients and their families. The facility’s occupancy at 82% exceeds the Iowa average of 75%, signaling steady local demand.

Services available are Meals-on-Wheels, and restorative services extend the facility’s reach beyond its walls.

Sheffield Care Center is best studied for residents seeking short-term Medicare rehabilitation and transitional post-acute care in rural Franklin County, with capacity for longer private-pay stays in a small, community-operated setting.

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Ranking Methodology

How we rank these nursing homes

Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.

  • CMS data
  • 5 weighted categories
  • Updated quarterly
Full methodology

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Care Quality
  • 20%
    Staffing
  • 20%
    Regulatory
  • 20%
    Operational
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Care Quality 35%

The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.

  • Includes
  • Overall Rating
  • Health Inspection
  • QM Rating
  • Long-Stay QM
  • Short-Stay QM
02

Staffing Adequacy 20%

The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

  • Includes
  • Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
  • RN vs State
  • Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
  • RN Turnover
03

Regulatory & Safety Record 20%

Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • Citations
  • Citations/Inspection
  • Severe Citations
  • Fines
  • Accreditations
04

Operational & Financial Stability 20%

Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy vs State
  • Avg Length of Stay
  • Revenue
  • Payroll %
  • Years in Operation
  • Admin Tenure
05

Environment & Accessibility 5%

Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • BBB Rating
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Iowa

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Iowa?

Assisted living in Iowa is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Iowa Medicaid cover nursing home care?

Yes — Iowa Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.

What is nursing home care?

Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.

How many nursing homes are listed on this page?

This page features 222 nursing homes in Iowa. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Iowa?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Iowa, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting nursing homes in Iowa?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.